Biography
Peter Edward "Ginger" Baker (born 19 August 1939) was an English drummer and the founder of the rock band Cream. His work in the 1960s earned him praise as "rock's first superstar drummer," although his individual style melded a jazz background with his interest in African rhythms. Baker is credited as a pioneer of drumming in genres like jazz fusion, heavy metal and world music.
Known For
Complete Filmography
Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars
2018
as Self
An unflinching and deeply personal journey into the life and work of guitarist Eric Clapton told through his own words and songs.
Sunshine of Your Love: A Concert for Jack Bruce
2018
as Self
A Tribute concert for Jack Bruce held on October 24th, 2015 at the Roundhouse in London. Appearances by many guests. Director: Nitin Sawhney
The Public Image Is Rotten
2017
as Himself
British rock icon John Lydon and fellow bandmates recall the years they spent performing as Public Image Ltd.
Beware of Mr. Baker
2012
as Self
Ginger Baker is known for playing in Cream and Blind Faith, but the world's greatest drummer didn’t hit his stride until 1972, when he arrived in Nige...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Start Me Up
2010
as Self
Third of nine volumes presenting of some of the best moments of speeches, performances and backstage moments of the annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Light My Fire
2009
as himself
A presentation of some of the best moments of speeches, performances and backstage moments of the annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremonies. Footag...
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live - Come Together
2009
as Himself
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2009)
Classic Albums: Cream - Disraeli Gears
2006
as Self
This addition of Disraeli Gears to the acclaimed Classic Albums series features brand new interviews with Clapton, Baker and Bruce, along with lyricis...
Blind Faith: London Hyde Park 1969
2006
as Himself
Their debut gig was in front of a cool 100,000 people on a warm day in London's Hyde Park on June 7, 1969. This free concert may have lasted just over...
Cream: Royal Albert Hall
2005
as Himself - Drums, Vocals
The legendary rock trio of Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce, and Eric Clapton--two jazz musicians and a blues guitarist--was one of the most influential bands...
Classic Artists: Cream – Their Fully Authorized Story
2005
as Himself
The beginning, the farewell, the reunion. Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce tell how it was... and how it is. Cream, the world's first supergr...
Jack Bruce - "The 50th Birthday Concerts" im E-Werk, Köln 1993
1993
as Self
Cream: Strange Brew
1991
as Himself
The legendary super group in all its glory, featuring 9 classic tracks. The title of this 60-minute retrospective on the legendary power trio pretty ...
The Cream of Eric Clapton
1990
as Self
1. I Feel Free 2. Sunshine of Your Love 3. White Room 4. Crossroads 5. Badge 6. Presence of the Lord - Blind Faith 7. Blues Power 8. Af...
Hard 'N Heavy Volume 11
1990
as Self
Video magazine with interviews and video clips. Featured on this volume is: Led Zeppelin, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Poison, Steve Vai, Hunter / Rons...
Rock 'N' Roll Goldmine: The Sixties
1986
as himself
A history of rock music during the 1960s, covering everything from the British Invasion that began with the Beatles to the psychedelic sound from San ...
Superstars in Concert
1984
as Self
Over ten years, documentary filmmaker Peter Clifton has recorded performances by some of the biggest names in world pop rock. From 1964 to 1973, group...
Ginger Baker: In Africa
1973
as Self
In November 1971, Ginger Baker, the legendary drummer of Cream and Blind Faith, decided to set up a recording studio in Lagos, then the capital of Nig...
Cucumber Castle
1970
as Ginger Baker
On his death bed, The King orders his kingdom divided into two halves, the Kingdom of Jelly and the Kingdom of Cucumbers. Before the king even dies, P...
Cream - Farewell Concert
1969
as Himself
On November 26, 1968, London's illustrious Royal Albert Hall was jammed to its gilded rafters with rock fans ready for the final concert of what many ...
All My Loving
1968
as Self
Originally a BBC documentary, this film by Tony Palmer about the 1960's music scene was later released as a standalone DVD by the BFI